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Carol Loretta DeFranco born August 21, 1934 passed away on February 16, 2025. She was born and raised in Santa Cruz, California. Carol spent a lot of time on the boardwalk. She worked making pies with her mom and had a lot of good times with her cousin. As a young adult Carol worked at a record store, where she met her husband Louis DeFranco. They were wed in 1962 in Palm Springs, California and moved to San Jose, California after the birth of their daughter. Carol spent many years there. She... Full story
A celebration of life for Mark Atchison will be held Saturday, March 15, at 1 o'clock at Faith Community church, in Electric City, followed by an inurnment at Spring Canyon cemetery, and light refreshments at the Grand Coulee Senior center. Mark passed away December 21, 2024.... Full story
James "Jack" Talmadge Haydock, born September 18, 1924, in Everett, Washington, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025, in Monroe, Washington, at the age of 100. A true character with a steering wheel in his hands from the start, Jack lived a century packed with grit, laughter, and tales that could fill a book. A proud World War II veteran, he served in the U.S. Navy from May 1943 to March 1946 aboard the USS San Juan, surviving 9 major campaigns in the Pacific Theater: the Gilbert... Full story
Edward Raymond Fields, beloved brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2024, at the age of 72 in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Surrounded by his loving children, Ed left this world after a brave battle with cancer. Born on October 3, 1952, in Spokane, Washington, Ed was the son of Betty and William Eugene "Gene" Fields. He grew up in the Grand Coulee area with his siblings Gene, Robert, and Sara. From an early age, Ed was known for his... Full story
Our hearts are heavy as we share the passing of our beloved Payden Robert DuBois, who left us on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at the age of 28. Born in Grand Coulee, Washington on June 19, 1996, to Joni Azure (McGuire) and Elijah DuBois, Payden was a light in our lives, a cherished son, brother, partner, and friend. Payden was a soul brimming with creativity. His talent as an artist, whether through tattooing or his unique art tagging, was a reflection of the beauty he saw in the world. But more... Full story
Joseph Allen Beagle passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025 in Ephrata, WA at the age of 93. Joe was born in Trego Montana to Orla and Dortha Beagle. A graduate of Libby Montana High School, Joe went on to serve in the Air Force April 1955 to May 1960. Joe worked in the logging industry in California before moving with his family to Electric City WA in 1988. Here, he raised 4 of his 10 children. His days were filled with watching his children in sports, summer camping trips, working, and... Full story
Benjamin Nathaniel Frier, age 43, passed away peacefully at his home in Elmer City, Washington on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. Ben enjoyed the outdoors and called the state of Washington his home for most of his life. Most of his career was with the State of Washington, Department of Corrections, the highlight of which was his time leading the Pawsitive Dogs program. Through that program Ben developed a deep connection with the Spokane Humane Society and served on their board for a time.... Full story
Joseph Allen Beagle passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025 in Ephrata, WA at the age of 93. Joe was born in Trego Montana to Orla and Dortha Beagle. A graduate of Libby Montana High School, Joe went on to serve in the Air Force April 1955 to May 1960. Joe worked in the logging industry in California before moving with his family to Electric City WA in 1988. Here, he raised 4 of his 10 children. His days were filled with watching his children in sports, summer camping trips, working, and... Full story
Susan Lane Mitchell, nee' Dickens, 86, passed away peacefully on November 9th, 2024 in Kennewick Washington. Susan was born on July 31st, 1938, in Las Vegas, Nevada to William Dickens and Willie Jacqueline Dickens, nee' Keaton, she was the sister to Judith Carson of Anchorage Alaska. Susan graduated from Boulder City High School in Boulder City Nevada in 1956. Susan married Joseph Martin Mitchell in Saint Andrew's Catholic Church in Boulder City. Their marriage lasted 64 years, upon the passing... Full story
Vera Benton passed away on January 25, 2025 in Grand Coulee, Washington. Vera is survived by her brother Melvin Harrell Sr., sister Alma Harrell, and many nephews and nieces. Vera is preceded in death by her husband Joe Benton, parents Landy and Elliton Harrell, Nolan Harrell, Landy Harrell Jr, Carolyn Harrell, and Diane Harrell. Memorial service to honor Vera Benton life will be held at 11:00 on Saturday February 15th, at the LDS Church, 806 Spruce St, Coulee Dam WA 99116.... Full story
Jewel Ellen McGuire of Grand Coulee Passed away surrounded by her loving family on January 20th, 2025, at Coulee Medical Center, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Jewel was born in Goldendale Washington on December 23rd, 1960 to Lowell and Cora McGuire. Jewel was a loving mother of three Misty Shockley, Kenny (Kristina) Shockley, Jennifer (Richard) Hand. She was also an amazing Nana to her six grandchildren Gage, Kolton, Nevaeh, Samuel, Jaxson, and Emmett. Jewel grew up running the roads... Full story
Jean Graff passed away peacefully at The Cottages in Spokane, Washington, on January 17, 2025. With the given name of Emma Jean Iva, she was born March 18, 1927, to Edward and Iva (Sherman) Bammerlin on the family ranch near Burton, Nebraska. She went to a one-room country school until high school, when she moved in with her grandmother in Springview, Nebraska, during school weeks. After graduating high school in 1944, she attended business school for a short time until she got a federal job wor... Full story
Kathleen Proctor, Grand Coulee, Washington, passed away on January 2, 2025, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee. Born on May 19, 1952, in Heppner, Oregon, Kathleen was the daughter of William and Ellen (Webb) Conboy. She grew up in a farming family and attended school in Glenwood, Washington. Kathleen later attended Blue Mountain Community College and earned her teaching degree from Eastern Oregon University. On June 24, 1972, she married Gordon Proctor in White Salmon, Washington.... Full story
Kathleen Proctor passed away on January 2, 2025, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee, WA. She was a resident of Grand Coulee, WA. Born on May 19, 1952, in Heppner, OR, Kathleen was the daughter of William and Ellen (Webb) Conboy. She grew up in a farming family and attended school in Glenwood, WA. Kathleen later attended Blue Mountain Community College and earned her teaching degree from Eastern Oregon University. On June 24, 1972, she married Gordon Proctor in White Salmon, WA. Kathleen... Full story
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeanne “Punkin” Marie (Toulou) Pachosa, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, beloved sister, and treasured friend to many. Jeanne passed away December 25, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 21, 1953, Jeanne was a proud member of the Colville Confederated Tribes Arrow Lakes Band. She married the love of her life, Jack Anthony Pachosa, on December 26, 1970, and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and steadfast faith over... Full story
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeanne “Punkin” Marie (Toulou) Pachosa, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, beloved sister, and treasured friend to many. Jeanne passed away December 25, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 21, 1953, Jeanne was a proud member of the Colville Confederated Tribes Arrow Lakes Band. She married the love of her life, Jack Anthony Pachosa, on December 26, 1970, and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and steadfast faith over... Full story
D Delores Jean Mueller, 91, died on December 17, 2024, in Spokane, Washington. Jean was born on May 20, 1933, in Wagner, South Dakota, to William (Bill) McCabe and Emma LaBarge McCabe, and spent her childhood in Lake Andes, South Dakota before graduating as a Registered Nurse from Sacred Heart School of Nursing in Yankton, SD. In 1955, she married Robert (Bob) Mueller in Lake Andes, and they began their life together in Huron, SD where Bob worked for the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. Their... Full story
Mark James Atchison passed into the waiting arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday December 21, 2024. He was born in Omak, Washington January 23, 1973, to Edna (Atchison) Hauser and Robert Woods. Mark grew up in Coulee Dam, attending school there with many who have remained lifelong friends. He basked in the love and attention provided by his loving grandparents and family. He was a long-time resident of the Coulee area, having worked as a teen for Coulee Hardware, and later in life in... Full story
Sandra E. Green, 84, from Grand Coulee, Washington, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2024. She was born in Mandan, North Dakota on July 27, 1940, and moved to Spokane, Washington with her family when she was a little girl. Sandra was the mother of three children, Greg Edmunds (and wife, Dawn Edmunds) of Osburn, Idaho, Debbie Van Brunt of Rockville, Maryland, and Brenda Edmunds of Spokane, Washington. She was grandmother to seven: Sarah, Matthew, Meghann, Jeremy, Rachael, Joshua, and... Full story
Ivetta Jane Morgan was born in 1936 to Clifford and Mary (Hansen) Morgan at her Grandmother Hansen's home near Lebanon, MO. She died December 14, 2024 at home with her loving family beside her. From Missouri, Ivetta's parents moved for a year to CA, and in 1948 the family moved to Electric City, WA. Ivetta graduated at Grand Coulee, WA as Salutatorian of her class. Robert Eylar and Ivetta were married Sept. 10, 1955 and moved frequently while he was employed by the Bureau of Reclamation,... Full story
Chris quietly passed away while working under his truck in the garage. Just a door opening away with his little dog curled around him. He was a strong, fast worker when not in pain. Finally his four years of suffering with pancreatic cancer were over.My thoughts immediately went back to when he was a little boy, always teasing, laughing, and full of fun. I married Jim Carzoli the summer after graduation.He was in the Air Force at Moses Lake. Chris was our third child. We had four children and li... Full story
Marline Minor, Coulee Dam, 64, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024. Arrangements are being made by Barnes Chapel, Brewster, Wash....
David Michael Bjorson, a man whose laughter and compassionate spirit touched everyone's heart, went home to the Lord on Sunday, November 3, 2024. A celebration of life will be held at the Wilbur High School Multipurpose room on Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 1pm.... Full story
Bob Schryvers was born on November 6, 1932, and was carried peacefully to the arms of Jesus Christ, on November 14, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held at Faith Community Church on November 30th at 2:00 p.m.... Full story
Johnny Ray Crawford was born on November 28, 1936 in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, one of 5 children born to Clyde & Ola Crawford. On Wednesday, November 13, 2024 he went to heaven to be with his wife Catherine (Cathy) and his sons Brian & Jon. On May 17, 1955 Johnny married Cathy Center in Olathe, Kansas and started their family of 6 children. Eventually they moved the family to Naches, WA where they bought an orchard of 40 acres. Johnny was a hard worker. He was a logger for 15 years and had... Full story